Foraged Foods / Wild Fruits
Clam, razor shell
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 37% |
| Calories | 41kcal / 2530kcal (1%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 8 g/ 71g (11%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.4 g/ 42g (0.95%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 1.4 g/ 348g (0.4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 1.9 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.27%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 1.8 mg NE/ 16mg NE (11%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 154 mg/ 750mg (20%) source |
Phosphorus | 101 mg/ 700mg (14%) |
Iron | 8.1 mg/ 12mg (67%) high |
Sodium | 329 mg/ 1500mg (21%) |
Allergen Info
Mollusks
What is this food?
Razor shell clams (often cooked as clams/alimango-style shellfish or in soups). They’re a type of shellfish with a mild, briny taste and are usually eaten as part of a viand or sabaw.
Why it matters to health
For health, clams are a good lean protein option (low calories per 100g) that helps keep you full and supports muscle maintenance. They also provide cholesterol (about 25 mg per 100g) and sodium (about 329 mg per 100g), so the way you cook them matters—especially if you’re also having salty sauces or instant seasoning. Since they’re low in sugar and fiber, pairing with vegetables and whole grains helps balance your meal.
Healthier tips
- To fit a typical Filipino day (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks), enjoy clams as part of your viand or sabaw, then balance the plate:
- Portion: about 1/2 to 1 cup cooked clams per meal (adjust based on your rice and other ulam).
- Watch the salt: go easy on patis, bagoong, and salty seasoning; use more aromatics (garlic, onion, ginger) and herbs.
- Pair smart: add non-starchy veggies (e.g., kangkong, pechay, sitaw) and include brown rice or regular rice in a reasonable serving.
- Frequency: shellfish can be part of your routine, but vary your protein sources (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu) across the week.
Common Filipino dishes
Sinigang na clams, Garlic butter clams (talaba), Aligue-free clam stew, Clam soup (sabaw), Clams with rice and vegetables
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